Honey is a good throat soother : Studies of respiratory infections in children, with symptoms ranging from dry cough and runny nose to fever, have found that a single nightly dose of honey can have a weak but effective effect . Influences cough and helps you sleep better . It is important to remember that honey should not be given to children under 12 months of age .
Perfect in combination with honey, lemon, rich in vitamin C and protective bioflavonoids, especially in the skin, so it is also worth using the skin when preparing herbal teas. Although few studies support its use as a cold remedy, lemon juice has many antibacterial properties.
Ginger adds a delicious warming flavor to hot drinks and has been used for medicinal purposes throughout history. It is used to relieve a variety of conditions , from nausea to colds , fever and sore throat. Its effectiveness is based on active ingredients, including gingerols.
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To prepare a ginger, lemon and honey herbal tea you will need the following ingredients:
1 piece of fresh ginger
a few drops of lemon juice
a slice of lemon
1 tablespoon of honey (to sweeten)
1 teaspoon chia seeds (optional)
a glass of water
method
Preparation of ingredients: Peel and grate the fresh ginger, squeeze the lemon juice and cut a slice.
Bring a glass of water to a boil in a saucepan.
Once the water is boiling, turn off the heat and add the ingredients : a little lemon juice, grated ginger, a teaspoon of honey and a slice of lemon (with the zest). Mix everything.
Let the drink sit for 5 to 10 minutes , just until it cools, then drink it.
If you want to enrich your herbal tea even further, you can add a teaspoon of chia seeds. These little seeds are rich in fiber, protein and omega-3 fatty acids.
You can enjoy ginger, lemon and honey herbal tea at any time of the day. However, it is particularly beneficial when drunk in the morning on an empty stomach or as a relaxing drink before bed.
It is recommended to start with one cup per day. If you wish, you can gradually increase the amount to two to three cups per day. Be sure to vary the amount of honey based on your personal taste.
The daily dose of chia seeds is 10 grams, so do not exceed the quantity.
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